Summer Day Camp Counselor - Garver Ymca

The Day Camp Counselor is a cause-driven, dynamic member of the YMCA summer team and provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp; plans and executes camper programs and assists in promoting a safe, consistent and stimulating experience.

Seasonal: Full Time and Part Time Hours (25-40 hours/week)

FREE YMCA Membership, from date of hire through December 31, 20

• 40+ hours of paid training for the position
• Rewarding work making an positive impact with young people
• Discounted programs
• Fast paced, supportive work environment
• Flexible Schedule

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old
• ODJFS Orientation to Day Camp training and ODJFS Child Abuse Prevention training must be completed within 30 days of hire date.
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, STEAM activities
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Previous experience working with school-age children, preferably in a day camp or child care setting.
• American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, AED, and O2 certifications preferred
• Ability to foster a collaborative team approach to solving challenging situations.

The Day Camp Leader will serve as a dynamic member of the YMCA team by serving our communities in multiple ways; working with a team to create an environment and culture that embodies the Y’s mission of strengthening spirit, mind and body. The Day Camp Leader provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp and assists the Site Director in promoting a safe, consistent and stimulating environment at assigned day camp site by performing the following duties.